That’s correct! Here’s a detailed look at the Gorakhpur Railway Station and its record-breaking achievement:
Location: Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Railway Zone: North Eastern Railway (NER)
Station Code: GKP
On 6 October 2013, Gorakhpur Junction was officially recognized for having the world’s longest railway platform.
Platform Length: 1,366.42 meters (approximately 4,483 feet)
The platform was extended and renovated as part of Indian Railways’ efforts to improve infrastructure.
It was revamped to handle longer trains and reduce congestion, particularly due to high passenger traffic on this route.
The construction was completed with modern facilities, improved shelters, better lighting, and passenger-friendly amenities.
The record was acknowledged by the Limca Book of Records and listed in the Guinness World Records.
Gorakhpur serves as the headquarters of the North Eastern Railway Zone, one of the key zones of Indian Railways.
It connects to major cities across India and is a vital hub for trains heading to Bihar, Assam, West Bengal, Delhi, and Nepal.
The extended platform enables smoother operations of long-haul trains and supports high passenger turnover, especially during peak seasons and festivals.
